Spread the lentils on a flat tray and pick out any stones. Wash well and drain. Put into a saucepan with the water and bring to the boil, then turn off the heat and leave to soak for 2 hours. Add the miso and cook, covered, until all water has been absorbed and the lentils are soft. Mix the soy sauce, egg, herbs, and seasonings together. In a large bowl combine all the remaining ingredients thoroughly, adding in the egg mixture. For the mixture into round patties. Heat a griddle or barbeque, brush with a little oil and cook the burgers over low heat until golden brown on both sides. Can me served in place of hamburgers or as an entrée with your favorite salad. Serves 6.

In a bowl combine ingredients from flour to herbs. Combine buttermilk and oil and add to dry ingredients with enough milk to make a stiff batter. Don’t over mix. Spoon into greased muffin tins and bake at 200˚ C for 20 minutes until golden brown.